Unmanaged depression is a large problem in our modern,
high-tech., complex society.Clinical depression, when left
untreated, can cause unnecessary suffering.Research shows 50% of all cases of
clinical depression go undiagnosed.1 in 4 people in the UK will develop depression
at some time in their lives.12 million people in the UK suffer with anxiety
and depression and globally the World Health Organisation have estimated that there are nearly four hundred million people
with psychological health problems.

There are so many
inaccurate myths about depression and these can compound depressed people's suffering.Research has shown that people who are given accurate therapeutic information about their condition can recover more
quickly.The good news is that anxiety and depression are two of the most treatable
conditions that we can develop.You will not be suffering this problem for the
rest of your life.

Disclaimer

The Depression
Self Help Program is designed to be used as a self-help tool for depression and is designed to be used in conjunction with
treatment from your doctor.It should not be used on its own.It is important not to self diagnose yourself as having depression because there are some medical conditions
whose symptoms can be similar to those of depression.If you have any form of
chronic health problem, then discuss with your doctor the use of the self help techniques outlined in this program.

Emergency

If you are feeling suicidal, you could contact
the Samaritans. If you think you are going to commit suicide you can go to any local Accident and Emergency Unit, 24
hours a day.